2006 Rover 45 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 45 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
